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Welcome Aloha and E Komo Mai — Welcome! It is a sincere pleasure to warmly welcome you to one of the most remarkable resorts in Waikīkī: the Embassy Suites by Hilton™ – Waikīkī Beach Walk®. We are positively delighted to host you here, at O‘ahu’s first all-suite resort, where you will find more amenities and complimentary services than at any other property on the island. Hawai‘i exudes a radiance and magic unlike any place in the world. Embassy Suites by Hilton — Waikīkī Beach Walk® celebrates this singular gem among destinations from its location as part of Waikīkī Beach Walk®, a special place that features shopping, restaurants and cultural offerings for both keiki (kids) and adults, including live music on the lawn, to its gracious and caring hosts. This resort is proudly managed by Outrigger Hotels and Resorts, a highly successful leisure lodging, retail and hospitality company with properties located throughout Asia Pacific. With 70 years of experience and roots firmly in Hawai‘i, Outrigger’s authentic style of ho‘okipa (hospitality) – what we call Ke ‘Ano Wa‘a, The Outrigger Way, guides us every day. At the core of the Embassy Suites by Hilton experience is the high degree of personal service and the Hawaiian spirit of aloha you will find here. From bell captains and servers to front desk hosts and housekeepers to pool attendants and and entertainers, entertainers,all allofofusus are are united united in our in our kūlia kūlia i ka inu‘u, ka nu‘u, or or striving for excellence. We hope that your stay is a pleasant one and that you will return soon to our islands and the Embassy Suites by Hilton — Waikīkī Beach Walk®.

Warmest Aloha,

Simeon Miranda General Manager Embassy Suites by Hilton — Waikīkī Beach Walk®

Unforgettable Vacation, Incredible Value Travelers looking for an unforgettable vacation can find a host of complimentary services and amenities at Embassy Suites by Hilton – Waikiki Beach Walk® that make it easy for guests to focus on fun, adventure and relaxation. In addition to the fresh, healthy choices at the complimentary breakfast, 24-hour fitness center, whirlpool spa and outdoor pool, Embassy Suites by Hilton — Waikīkī Beach Walk® encourages guests to feel their very best with free yoga classes. “Basic Yoga Flow” is held every Monday, Wednesday and Friday* at 7 a.m. on the 4th floor Grand Lanai. “The benefits of yoga are both mental and physical,” says Yoko Fujiwara, who provides certified yoga instruction in both English and Japanese. “Just come, and do what you can. Calm and quiet your mind. All you need to do is breathe, and I guarantee you will feel good.” If the temperature gets too hot to handle, head to the openair Grand Lanai, located on the fourth floor. Open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m, the spacious sundeck is filled with chaise lounges, cabanas, umbrella-shaded tables and covered pavilion. Take a dip in the heated swimming pool, made in Italy or the whirlpool spa. For families, keiki will delight in the wading pool. When evening rolls around, guests gather for the Evening Poolside Reception, held each evening from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Enjoy complimentary beverages and snacks while taking in the live Hawaiian entertainment. At the end of the day, well-appointed suites will welcome you home. Recently renovated to capture Hawai‘i’s unique sense of place, each suite pays homage to the Native Hawaiian art of kapa, a traditional Hawaiian fabric stamped with intricate geometric prints. The one- and two-bedroom suites come fully equipped with a wet bar and microwave, mini refrigerator, and coffee maker to bring all the conveniences of home – without the stress.

For more information about all the amenities and activities at Embassy Suites by Hilton – Waikīkī Beach Walk® or to make a reservation, call 808-921-2345 or

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ADA Rooms Air Conditioning Balconies Blackout Drapes TV Cable & Pay TV CD & MP3 Player Alarm Clock Radio Coffee and Tea-maker Microwave Daily Maid Service Hair Dryer Hot Pot

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Just beyond the hotel’s valet and concierge, there is a cool, covered pathway to Waikīkī Beach Walk®, a shopping, dining and entertainment district on Lewers Street. One of the largest development projects in Waikīkī’s history, the area consists of nearly 8 acres of prime real estate, which includes two floors with 40-plus locally owned boutiques and seven popular restaurants, all surrounded by an expansive lawn and entertainment plaza where you’ll find local musicians and hula performances. Each Tuesday from 4:30 to 6 p.m., you’ll hear Hawaiian music and see hula on the lawn. You can even take

WEEKLY EVENTS • “NA MELE NO NA PUA” Music and hula concert 3rd Sunday, monthly at 5 p.m. • KU HA`AHEO — HULA ON THE LAWN Tuesdays from 4:30-6 p.m. • FREE YOGA CLASS* Wednesdays at 4:30 p.m.

• HOOPDANCING Saturdays at 5 p.m. (small fee for instructors) * Weather permitting

an ‘ukulele lesson at the ‘Ukulele Store at 10:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. daily. And as a commitment to health and wellness, on the lawn there’s Hoopdance Fitness, Yoga and Hawaiian Quilting classes throughout the week (some classes are free or at a nominal fee). “Literally steps away from your hotel,” says Conchita Malaqui, Waikīkī Beach Walk® general manager,

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ART AND SOUL

ON TAP

Amenities and Services

O‘ahu’s museums and galleries house a vast

Brewmasters use local ingredients

Wholeness and Well-being

collection of artwork from around the globe.

to produce their craft beers.

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BY JAMES CHARISMA

TREE OF LIFE

O‘AHU TOP 5

While not indigenous to Hawai‘i, the versatile

A handful of attractions that are

coconut has taken root across the islands.

not to-be-missed while you’re here.

BY SIMPLICIO PARAGAS

MELE MAKERS Hawai‘i-based artists make their presence—

and music—known in Los Angeles.

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Datebook Strokes of Genius

globally-recognized musicians— in-

More than 140 of the world’s top golfers

cluding multiple Nā Hōkū Hanohano

will compete in the annual Sony Open at

award-winning and Grammy- nominated

the Wai‘alae Country Club. The Open is

artists—who will perform at various

the largest charity golf event in Hawai‘i

venues around Hawai‘i.

and has raised more than $16 million for

April through June, melemei.com

more than 350 local nonprofit groups since 1999. Kids 12 years and younger are

Floating Lantern

admitted for free when accompanied by

On Memorial Day, thousands of loved

an adult ticket holder.

ones will be honored as Shinnyo-en

January 7-13, sonyopeninhawaii.com

Hawai'i will hold its 21st annual Lantern Floating ceremony, which often attracts

Picnic in the Park

more than 40,000 people each year.

The message is one of peace and har-

The event includes performances from

mony when musicians gather for the 10th

Shinnyo-en Taiko, local musical guests, a

Annual ‘Ūkulele Picnic in Hawai’i. Aside

traditional oli chant and hula kahiko, and

from the camaraderie among the musi-

a dedicatory prayer led by the leader of

cians, the weekend event serves a more

Shinnyo-en, Her Holiness Shinso Ito. The

somber purpose: To commemorate

ceremony concludes with the emotional

the nine Japanese high school students

send-off of a flotilla of floating lanterns.

who lost their lives when a U.S. Navy

May 27, lanternfloatinghawaii.com

submarine collided with their vessel, the Ehimemaru, in 1991.

Cross-cultural Gathering

February, Kaka’ako Gateway Park,

One of the more larger events of the year,

ukulelepicnicinhawaii.org

the Pan-Pacific Festival is an international

ALOHA FESTIVAL

Journey to Peace

people together in order to create a more

As it has done for the past 23 years, the

global community through the sharing and

Honolulu Festival will promote world

celebration of cultures. Event highlights

unity by shedding light on Asia, Pacific

include a Waikīkī block party and colorful

and Hawaiian cultures. More than 130

parade along Kalākaua Avenue.

performers from Japan and other Asia-

Early June, pan-pacific-festival.com

Pacific countries will participate in this year’s “Harmony over the Ocean, Journey

Cultural Celebration

to Peace” theme.

More than just “hello” or “goodbye,” aloha is a way of living and being in Hawai‘i. And

March 8-10, honolulufestival.com

each year, Aloha Festivals shares this through Hawai‘i’s music, dance and history with the intent of perpetuating our unique traditions. The monthlong celebration

Melodious Medleys

begins with the investiture and opening of the Aloha Festivals Royal Court, as the ali‘i

Meaning Music Month in Hawaiian, Mele

members (king, queen, prince and princess) receive the royal cloak, helmet and head

Mei features an expanded lineup of

feather lei. The festival’s highlights include the Waikīkī Ho‘olaule‘a, the island’s largest

cultur- ally rich, Hawaiian music perfor-

multiblock party, and a colorful Floral Parade led by horseback riders.

mances and concerts statewide. More

Early September, alohafestivals.com

than 70 events are scheduled, featuring

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ceremony that brings various cultures and

MELE MAKERS N O T H I N G Q U I T E D E F I N E S H AWA I ‘ I ’S U N I QU E C U LT U R A L H E R I TAG E A S D O E S I T S M US I C. BY

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PA R AGA S S E I D E N

Like the Islands, Hawaiian mele (music) continues to evolve with diverse musical styles linked by cultural memory. These songs are increasingly composed and performed in the lyrical language of Hawai‘i’s native people.

During a pre-award concert at the Grammy

genre in the 20th century, the message went from spiritual to

Museum in Los Angeles, Henry Kapono invited the crowd

profane; the music transformed from rhythmic to melodic.

to join him in singing the lyric “We are friends.” For audience

The change was brought about by the popularization of both

members, it was a treat to listen to the “Wild Hawaiian,”

the piano as a sign of middle class status and sheet music as

who was joined on stage by legendary artists Malani Bilyeu,

a means of bringing new music, including Hawaiian songs,

Gaylord Holomalia, Johnny Valentine, Alx Kawakami, Blayne

into the home.

Asing, Kumu Hula Frank Kawaikapuokalani Hewett and 2017 Grammy winner Kalani Pe‘a. “There’s a rumble starting up again with guys like Blayne

Hawai‘i officially became a territory of the United States in 1900, just as the sheet music craze was taking off. The royal Kalākauas played an important role in this evolutionary time

and Alx and others who have they’re roots deeply grounded

for Hawaiian music. While traditional musicians performed at

here in the Islands, but dream beyond the reef,” Kapono says.

palace events, King Kalākaua, Queen Lili‘uokalani and their sib-

“It’s exciting to see this new movement in our music scene.”

lings, Likelike and Leleiohoku, were all accomplished compos-

Like the Islands, Hawaiian mele (music) continues to evolve

ers. Kalākaua would compose “Hawai‘i Ponoi,” today the state

with diverse musical styles linked by cultural memory. These

anthem, while Lili‘uokalani would pen hundreds of melodies,

songs are increasingly composed and performed in the lyrical

including the quintessentially “Aloha ‘Oe” (“Farewell to The”0)

language of Hawai‘i’s native people. Stellar talents like Kapono,

Both composed in the style that would come to be called hapa

Kawika Kahiapo, Weldon Kekauoha, Sean Na‘auao, Mike Ka‘awa

haole, half foreign.

and Ho‘okena have broadened contemporary Hawaiian mu-

(Opening spread) Henry Kapono at the Grammy Museum in Los Angeles. (Opposite page, clockwise, from far left) Gaylord Holomalia, kumu hula Frank Kawaikapuokalani Hewett, Johnny Valentine, Kalani Pe‘a, Bobby Moderow and Malani Bilyeu. (This page) “Aloha ‘Oe” (“Farewell to Thee”) was written by Queen Lili‘uokalani.

As decades passed, singers offered their own innovations,

sic’s appeal, extending a long creative tradition into the future.

adding unique tonalities like falsetto to their repertoire. New

However, what most people today associate with Hawai-

instruments and vocalizations were hybrid variations of the

ian music is very different from the ancient rhythms and

hapa haole style. Hawaiian-themed songs became national

instruments. When Hawaiian music emerged as a popular

hits, popularized by stars like Al Jolson and Sophie Tucker.

In the 1880s and ’90s, King David Kalākaua promoted Hawaiian culture and also encouraged the addition of new instruments, such as the ‘ukulele and possibly steel guitar. However, hula dancers still used kā la‘au (beating sticks) to create percussionary measures that maintain a rhythmic tempo.

In Hawai‘i, a growing number of homegrown composers

more than 1.5-million servicemen, many returning after the

origins onto the stage, performing for both local audiences

war with family in tow as prosperity and technology opened

and the growing number of visitors coming to the Islands, first

the door to greater numbers of visitors. Tourism provided

by cruise ships and then, coinciding with statehood in 1959,

a catalyst to the already developing interest in a revival of

by jets. Classics like “My Little Grass Shack” (Johnny Noble),

Hawaiian culture, with hula and Hawaiian music in the lead.

“Waikīkī “(Andy Cummings) and “The Hawaiian Wedding Song”

There were many who played an influential role in this cul-

(Charles E. King) spoke of aloha and romance, and beautiful

tural revival, including singers/musicians/composers Gabby

moments and places, popularized by the ‘ukulele, steel guitar,

Pahinui, Hilo Hattie, Irmgard Aluli, Emma Veary and Aunty

bass and piano of the typical Hawaiian quartet.

Genoa Keawe. Each artist gave authenticity to the hapa haole

Decade by decade, hapa haole music matched the musical

style, with lyrics often in Hawaiian and themes that linked

styles of the day, from ballads and ragtime to fox trots and

the spiritual energy of the past with the melodious music

lullabies. The popularity of sheet-music found its way to our

of the present.

shores with a national audience for Hawaiian music cultivated

The war in the Pacific introduced Hawaiian music to

and musicians were taking Hawaiian music from its backyard

“Hawaiian music is a language of its own and it’s multigen-

by “Hawai‘i Calls,” a weekly live radio broadcast from the

erational,” says Kawika Kahiapo, who plays on Thursdays at

Moana Hotel in Waikīkī. Starting in the mid-1930s, host Webley

the Outrigger Reef Waikīkī Beach Resort’s Kani Ka Pila Grille.

Edwards brought the sweet sounds of aloha into American

“We would not be who we are today if it had not been for

homes, showcasing singers like Alfred Apaka, who became

the mentorship of the older generation. As we move to the

popular nationally.

future, we need to keep a bridge to the past. And it’s our job

Native Hawaiians thrived in the art of mele, conveying songs and stories from former leaders who stressed the importance of the past. Hawaiian music has evolved throughout the centuries and now includes several genres. An alternative folk pop quartet, Streetlight Cadence has made its mark on Hawaiâ&#x20AC;&#x2DC;iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s musical landscape. Members include (clockwise, from top left) Brian Webb, Jesse Shiroma, Jonathon Franklin and Chaz Umamoto.

(This page) Prior to learning that he had won a Grammy for “Best Regional Roots Music Album,” Kalani Pe‘a performed at a pre-awards concert at the Grammy Museum in Los Angeles. (Opposite page) A group of legendary island musicians joined the pre-Grammy Award festivities in Los Angeles in 2017, which helped kick off that year’s monthlong Mele Mei.

to perpetuate ancient traditions and to make sure that we

ties director for the Outrigger Reef Waikīkī Beach Resort.

pass them on to the next generation.”

“So we shared our language through music, which—along

Hawaiian music has always been a part of Chris Kamaka’s family. Not only is he the bassist for the trio known as Ho‘okena,

with hula—has been key to educating keiki.” While she doesn’t sing nor play an instrument, Maitland

but his family is also the founder of the world-renowned ‘ukulele of

has been an advocate for Hawaiian music ever since she

the same name.

was a young wahine (female), helping prepare the beef

“My aunties and uncles played with the Royal Hawaiian girls

stew and rice at the family’s informal kani ka pila

glee club and Kodak Hula show,” Kamaka says. “‘Ukulele were

(literally the sound of any Hawaiian stringed instrument)

always around the house and music was always an important

jam sessions.

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element at all our gatherings. Being involved with the family busi-

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ness, I have been able to meet many legends and contemporaries

a place, a time or moment, just like the song ‘Life In These

of Hawaiian music. Being with Ho‘okena has just complemented

Islands’ by the group Kaukahi,” Maitland says. “The words

the feeling of harmonies and aloha in the ‘ohana and community.”

from the verse ‘when rivers flow out to the sea, and returns

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“There was a time when we weren’t allowed to speak or write Hawaiian,” recalls Luana Maitland, events and activi-

“For me, Hawaiian music are songs that take me back to

to the land as it rains on me.’ There’s no other feelings like ‘Life in these islands.’”

Melodic Music From steel guitar riffs to jazzy sax numbers, be entertained at these popular venues. Nothing quite defines Hawai‘i’s unique cultural heritage as does its music. Like the Islands, Hawaiian music continues to evolve, with diverse musical styles linked by cultural memory and, increasingly, composed and performed in the lyrical language of Hawai‘i’s native people. Some of these stellar greats can be seen on stage at Kani Ka Pila Grille. “Hawai‘i has deep musical roots, and Outrigger has long supported the perpetuation and sharing of our artistic heritage,” says Luana Maitland, events and activities manager for the Outrigger Reef Waikīkī Beach Resort. With the introduction of E Mele Ana, which loosely translates to “Come let’s sing,” Outrigger builds upon its long-time commitment and support of Hawaiian music and culture with expanded sponsorships of local events and festivals. “It’s great that (Outrigger) supports Hawaiian musicians,” says Henry Kapono, who performs at Duke’s Waikīkī at the

Outrigger Waikīkī Beach Resort on Sundays. “It’s important that local musicans get a chance to perpetuate Hawaiian music.” Visitors can now also experience world-class jazz at the legendary Blue Note, which promises great music programming with visiting musicians, as well as local talent. Located on the second floor of the Outrigger Waikīkī Beach Resort, the 9,000-square-foot facility seats more than 300 patrons in an intimate setting.

(Clockwise from top left) Kawika Kahiapo at Kani Ka Pila Grille; Weldon Kekauoha, seated at center, with band members; a tiki torch flickers at Kani Ka Pila Grille; Henry Kapono in concert; a statue of legendary Cyril Pahinui at Waikīkī Beach Walk; guest artist Chaka Khan at Blue Note Hawai‘i. (ALL IMAGES) ©OUTRIGGER ENTERPRISES GROUP

As a further sign of its commitment to Hawaiian music, Outrigger Enterprises Group unveiled a larger-than-life statue of Philip Kunia “Gabby” Pahinui at the Waikīkī Beach Walk®. “Gabby Pahinui was instrumental in inspiring generations of musicians to perpetuate Hawaiian music,” says Ernest Rady, the chairman, chief executive officer and president of American Assets Trust, Inc., which owns Waikīkī Beach Walk®. “Waikīkī Beach Walk® is honored to serve as the home for this

“Gabby Pahinui was instrumental in inspiring generations of musicians to perpetuate-Hawaiian music. Waikīkī Beach Walk® is honored to serve as the home for this remarkable statue.”

remarkable statue that celebrates Gabby and his legacy as a Hawaiian music icon.” Kani Ka Pila Grille features live entertainment nightly from 6 to 9 p.m. For schedule, call 808.924.4992. Blue Note Hawai‘i showcases two performances nightly, with doors opening at 5 p.m. for the first set at 6:30 p.m. The second set starts at 9:30 p.m. with seating at 9 p.m. 808.777.4890, bluenotehawaii.com Duke’s Waikīkī showcases nightly entertainment, starting at 4 p.m. 808.922.2268 or visit dukeswaikiki.com.

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Honolulu Museum of Art

block prints, Buddhist statues and much more — could

Long known as the Academy of Arts, our preeminent art

inspire hours of contemplation on their own, the heart of

museum unveiled its new name — Honolulu Museum of

HMA lies in its surprising array of American and European

Art (HMA) — in 2011 to coincide with its acquisition of the

art. Works by Monet and Matisse, Eakins and Whistler,

Contemporary Museum of Honolulu. Now under one

Bontecou and Frankenthaler and many of their contempo-

banner, these two campuses offer parallel perspectives

raries are part of the Museum’s permanent collection.

on O‘ahu’s artistic legacy. Designed in the 1920s by Bertram Goodhue, the

(Previous spread) The Hawai‘i State Art Museum. (This page, from left) Mural by Aaron Martin at Spalding House; one of the many galleries at Honolulu Museum of Art. (Opposite page) A painting of a female playing a shamisen.

AFTER HOURS: In recent years, the Museum has broadened its mission with ARTafterDARK, a series of

Museum of Art’s iconic flagship building at the edge of

evening gatherings, held January through October on the

Honolulu’s Capitol District represents a once-unique blend

last Friday night of the month. The event is family-friendly

of Chinese and Western architecture that came to serve

but skews toward the see-and-be-seen set, and features

as a model for many local residences and commercial

live music, food and drink, and a rare chance to view the

structures. HMA houses the largest collection of fine art in

galleries at night. HMA also extends its mission through

the Pacific, from ancient Chinese pottery to Impressionist

the on-site Doris Duke Theater, Honolulu’s most impor-

paintings to visiting exhibitions of cutting-edge contempo-

tant exhibitor of independent and art-house cinema, with

rary art. And while the Asian collections — Japanese wood-

screenings most evenings at 7:30.

Honolulu has a thriving artistic community and a rich cultural heritage Remarkably, both of these cultural threads can often be explored in the same institutions. The Bishop Museum

Timing is key when considering a museum visit, and the

The point of cultural entry for most visitors is the venerable

Bishop is no exception. In addition to permanent displays like

Bishop Museum. Founded in 1889, this matriarch of Hawaiian

those in Hawaiian Hall and the Kāhili room (a great place to

cultural preservation has educated and enthralled generations

explore the personal effects of Hawaiian royalty, particularly

of visitors and residents, and a series of facelifts in recent

the extraordinary feather standards) the museum features a

decades make it as essential as ever.

diverse lineup of temporary exhibitions, most exploring the

Bishop Museum’s enduring centerpiece is Hawaiian Hall,

intersections of art and history.

whose three floors explore the cultural, economic and political

FOR THE KEIKI (CHILDREN): Visitors with school-age

heritage of the Hawaiians. The Hall itself is a wonder of Victo-

children will want to be sure to visit the Watumull Planetarium,

rian architecture, with an imposing lava rock exterior giving way

which offers a range of daily programs on subjects from

to mezzanines of rich Hawaiian koa. The atrium’s vastness is am-

Polynesian navigation to the coming evening’s sky. The Mamiya

plified by what may be Bishop Museum’s most famous display: a

Science Adventure Center, with interactive exhibits on vulcanism,

massive sperm whale hanging intact from the rafters.

tides, and other scientific elements of Hawai‘i, is also a draw.

(This page, from left) “Master Navigators of the Sea” display, ‘Anu‘u Nu‘u Ka ‘Ike mural; female deity, most likely Hikule‘o, from Tonga; Pacific Island clothing display. (Opposite page) Explore Moananuiākea, the wide expanse of Oceania, in Pacific Hall’s newly renovated two-story gallery.

Housed at the residence of Doris Duke and collected by the heiress, Shangri La houses one of the most extensive collections of Islamic art anywhere in the country.

Spalding House

challenge for enthusiasts of Islamic art, architecture lovers

Less than three miles away, nestled in the posh Makiki

and anyone with an eye for the unusual.

Heights neighborhood overlooking downtown Honolulu,

from the HMA building on Beretania Street, with a total time

Museum of Honolulu, this sprawling site is now part of the

requirement of two hours. Tours may fill up weeks in advance —

Honolulu Museum of Art. The only permanent exhibition

to be safe, reserve a spot when you book your flight.

is an installation by David Hockney, so be sure to check the museum’s online listings for current information. Many

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visitors will find the grounds themselves to be the highlight

Once the site of the original Royal Hawaiian Hotel, this beautiful

of a Spalding House visit — designed as a private residence,

downtown building features rotating exhibitions, but at its

the museum cascades down the slope of Mt. Tantalus, and

core is the permanent display of the state. Thanks to a law

its lush gardens are walkable via a paved pathway. The gift

designating one percent of all state construction budgets

shop, like HMA’s, is well worth careful perusal, especially for

to the acquisition of work by local artists, Hawai‘i taxpayers

those who are seeking above-average souvenirs and gifts.

boast a unique collection of local art. The most prominent of

LUNCH BREAK: Consider a mid-day visit. The galleries are a

these artists are the group of Japanese-Americans known as

bit more lively, and the Spalding House Cafe is a favorite lunch spot

the Metcalf Château, out of which emerged a large body of

for the creative set, even for those not perusing the galleries.

distinctively modern work. Other featured artists include the

Shangri La (This page, from left) The influence of Mughal Dynasty Art and Architecture is evident in the bedroom’s design. (Opposite page) Shangri La sits on a bluff in the Diamond Head neighborhood.

PLAN AHEAD: Tours depart Wednesday through Saturday

sits Spalding House. Founded in 1986 as the Contemporary

painters Madge Tennent and Jean Charlot. MEALTIME: The building’s ground floor is home to Downtown

HMA also coordinates visits to Shangri La. Housed at the

@ the HiSAM, where you’ll find exquiste farm-to-table fare for both

residence of Doris Duke and collected by the heiress,

breakfast and lunch. Beyond the restaurant’s doors lies the mu-

Shangri La is one of the most extensive collections of

seum’s newly unveiled sculpture garden, a perfect spot for coffee

Islamic art anywhere in the country. It’s worth the logistical

or a salad in the abundant Hawai‘i sunshine.

‘Iolani Palace is the only royal residence in the United States.

‘Iolani Palace

STEP THROUGH HISTORY: The palace lies literally in the

Widely known as the only royal palace in what is now the

shadow of the Hawai‘i State Capitol, an architectural marvel in

United States, ‘Iolani Palace is also the only building ever

itself. Take a moment to wander into the rotunda, where a mosaic

architecturally classified as American Florentine. Built by King

by Tadashi Sato lies beneath an open-air view of the sky.

David Kalākaua, the palace was completed in 1882 and was the seat of government for the Kingdom of Hawai‘i, and for the

Mission Houses Museum

various incarnations of American rule that followed it until

Just across the road from ‘Iolani Palace lies the Mission

1969, when the adjacent State Capitol was completed.

Houses Museum, a small, intimate institution dedicated to

Many visitors may be surprised at the intimate feeling

the social history of Hawai‘i’s early Christian missionaries. The

of the interior spaces. The palace is composed of two main

three buildings that comprise the museum offer a window

receiving areas on the first floor and residential and official

into the life and work of the mostly New England Protestants

space above. On the ground floor is the museum’s most

who journeyed to Hawai‘i during the early and middle 19th

compelling collection, a trove of artifacts of the monarchy

century, and whose descendants would play critical roles in

that includes everything from silverware and royal jewels

the overthrow of the Hawaiian government and the islands’

to Davenport furniture pieces and military accessories.

transition into their current status as U.S. soil.

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Tables With an Ocean View Nothing could be more romantic than an intimate dinner for two under the stars. Throughout the years, tales of romance and humorous antics have spontaneously unfolded at Outrigger’s oceanfront dining establishments where memorable sunsets are always free.

Duke’s Waikīkī Whether you’re sitting at the bar or seated in the dining room, this Waikīkī institution offers panoramic ocean views, live music and a menu that pays tribute to our local bounty. Fresh Hawaiian fish can be prepared in various ways, including encrusted with macadamia nuts. For a different type of protein, order the huli huli chicken, a Duke’s original that features grilled fresh breast of chicken marinated in garlic, ginger and shoyu, and accompanied by pineapple gremolata. And you can’t leave here without a slice of Kimo’s Original Hula Pie. Be sure to arrive early to catch the sunset and then stick around at the Barefoot Bar for live entertainment. 2335 Kalākaua Ave., Outrigger Waikīkī Beach Resort, 808.922.2268; open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner; dukeswaikiki.com

Hula Grill The plantation-style décor features wood paneling juxtaposed with stark white molding, evoking images of old Hawai‘i. The menu, though, is more contemporary, listing such favorites as macadamia-nut-crusted monchong topped with crab, rich coconut seafood chowder, guava barbecue chicken and a Farmers Market noodle bowl, consisting of Small Kine Farms mushrooms, Aloun Farms green beans and kabocha, Wailea Agriculture hearts of palm, Sumida Farms watercress and handmade ramen, all steeped in a coconut miso dashi and punctuated with sesame chili oil. Available Monday through Friday from 4:45 to 5:45 p.m., the $27 threecourse “Chef’s Tasting” menu starts with a choice of Hula Caesar salad or Localicious salad, followed by an entree selection of fresh local fish in a beurre blanc sauce, shrimp pasta carbonara, Farmers Market noodle bowl, braised shortribs,

(Clockwise from top) Sip on a handcrafted creation at Hula Grill; enjoy casual beachside dining with friends; try Duke’s pulled pork sandwich in sweet bread; order a classic mai tai or any one of the other cocktails at Duke’s; The Reef Bar Market & Grill’s loaded potato and salad; be sure to save room for Kimo’s Original Hula Pie.

A Hawai‘i vacation wouldn’t be quite complete without at least one intimate oceanfront dining experience.

Beachfront dining is always a romantic retreat. Not only is the setting memorable but so is the cuisine. Here are our top picks when planning to celebrate a special occassion.

grilled steak Kiana or guava barbecue chicken. For dessert, choose from Tropical Dreams sorbet or island-style bread pudding. A daily brunch is also served from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Steps away from “The Library,” the Plantation Bar showcases nightly live music and hula performances. Aloha Hour offers specials from 2 to 6 p.m. 2335 Kalākaua Ave., Outrigger Waikīkī Beach Resort, 808.923.4852; open daily for breakfast and dinner; hulagrillwaikiki.com

The Reef Bar & Market Grill To play on a line from a classic “Seinfeld” episode: Guests are the masters of their domain when they dine at The Reef Bar & Market Grill. Since opening last November, this casual beachfront restaurant has allowed guests to view and select farm-to-beach ingredients for an interactive Hawai‘i dining experience. The made-to-order menu items are prepared at the eye-catching expansive grill and served in an atmosphere that is unique and memorable for friends, families and large groups— creating an enjoyable dining experience for all diners. Here’s how it works: Select your protein and sides. Proceed to the ©OUTRIGGER ENTERPRISES GROUP

butcher station to pick up your order then choose your rub and sauce. You’re now good to grill. 2169 Kalia Road, Outrigger Reef Waikīkī Beach Resort, 808.924.7333; open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner; reefbarandmarketgrill.com

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Towering palm trees bend and sway amid the gentle trade winds, their fronds waving as if welcoming visitors. Some call it the “tree of heaven.” Others refer to it as the “tree of life.” And in ancient Polynesian times, the coconut palm was a revered plant that yielded many uses. Believed to have originated in the Indo-Malaysia-Melanesia triangle, the coconut is considered a “canoe plant” in Hawai‘i with varying mythic tales as to its origins. According to one legend, Apua and Aukele, two brothers who lived on Kaua‘i, sailed from Kahiki (Tahiti) with the palm tree seeds, along with taro and bananas. They landed at Puna on the Hawai‘i Island and planted the first trees there. Alternatively, another folklore credits the god Kane as introducing the coconut to Hilo and planted it there to provide food for “earth children.” Another well-known legend recounts the story of a young Hawaiian boy, the son of Hina and Ku, the goddess of female spirits and the god of male spirits, respectively. After returning to his homeland of Tahiti, Ku is longed for by his son who solicits the help of his mom. In response, Hina chants to their ancestor, the coconut tree, singing “niu-ola-hiki,” (o life-giving-

(Previous spread) Coconut palm tree; (This spread, clockwise, from top left) A Samoan man carrying coconuts in a traditionally

woven pair of baskets in the village of Samoa at the Polynesian Cultural Center; the different coconut stages; refreshing coconut milk.

coconut of Tahiti). She continues with “niu-loa-hiki” (o fartraveling coconut) when a coconut sprouts in front of her. She wakes her son and instructs him to climb the tree and hold on while she continues chanting. The coconut sways and bends, it stretches and grows, it stretches over the ocean until its leaves rest on Tahiti, and son and dad are reunited. Regardless of origin, the coconut palm is one the most versatile plants of the tropics. Its trunks, husks, shells, leaves and fronds are turned into containers, bowls, pahu (drums), clothing, fans, toys and tools. Aboard the Hōkūle‘a — a replica of a Polynesian voyaging canoe that competed a historical four-year circumnavigational journey in 2017 — the lashings are made of durable sennit, the coarse rope yarn spun out of the fibers of the coconut husk. In the kitchen, the cocos nucifera (coconut) has long been a staple in the Hawaiian diet, used to create such sweet treats as kanten, a gelatinous confection that’s firmer than Jello-O; and haupia, sweet coconut cream custard cubes that are often served at lū‘au. Meanwhile, the copra (dried coconut flesh) can be incorporated into desserts, while the desiccated coconut or coconut milk is frequently added to curries and other savory dishes. According to late author Lynton Dove White, the jelly-like spoon meat of a green nut is called ‘o‘io. “The next stage is haohao, when the shell is still white and the flesh soft and white,” wrote White in her seminal book “24 Canoe Plants of

(From Left) Haupia is a creamy, pleasantly sweet pudding made of coconut

milk; donuts topped with shredded coconut are available at bakery shops.

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Ancient Hawai‘i.” “Half ripe, at the ho‘ilikole state, it is eaten raw with Hawai‘i red salt and poi. At the o‘o stage, the nut is mature but the husk not dried. The flesh of a mature nut at the malo‘o stage is used to make coconut cream, which when mixed with kalo (taro) makes a dish called kūlolo; with ‘uala (sweet potato) it is called poipalau; and paipaiee with ripe ‘ulu (breadfruit). These delicious dessert-like foods were traditionally cooked in the imu, underground oven.” “It’s one of those ingredients that you have to have in your kitchen,” says Thai native and restaurateur Chai Chaowasaree. “I’ve cooked with coconut all my life. I use it to make curries, soups and desserts. And look how popular coconut water has become. I remember as a kid, street vendors and hawkers would be selling coconut water for pennies and now it’s the latest trend.” Indeed coconut water has replaced the sugary drinks in the refrigerator case or on the shelves at grocery stores. Such

A classic piña colada cocktail.

elite celebrities as Rihanna, Madonna and A Rod have all endorsed certain coconut water brands, touting the refreshing beverage’s nutritional values. According to a study published in 2012 in the Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition, coconut water performed as well as a carbohydrate-electrolyte sports

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drink when it came to markers of hydration and exercise

performance. With its electrolyte properties, coconut water

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contains nearly all the essential nutrients the body needs to rehydrate. Interestingly, the thin watery liquid served a different purpose during World War II, when both sides of the war in the Pacific regularly used coconut water — siphoned

directly from the coconut — to provide emergency plasma

transfusions to wounded soldiers.

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beer companies may be new, the trend of Hawai‘i’s beer industry being filled with pioneers and brewers trying new things has persisted through the years. Even Hawai‘i’s famous Primo and Kona beer brands had small beginnings and have moved with the market, like boards in the surf. The Spanish settler Don Francisco de Paula Martin was the first resident known to have brewed beer in Hawai‘i. In journal entries dated on February 2, 1812, and December 7, 1815, Martin documented making “a barrel of beer” for sale. More than thirty years later, a one-column advertisement appeared in The Polynesian, a weekly

In this tropical locale, enjoying an ice cold beer

undersigned, having established a Brew[e]ry in Honolulu,

thing new is brewing, and brewmasters are eager to bring

Fort street, opposite the French Hotel, are now prepared

it to your closest tap.

to supply families, hotels, boardinghouses and bar rooms,

the Civil War, the brewing industry today is bigger than ever, with a surge in the number of craft beer producers,

From April 15 to October 21, 1854, the ad stated that, “the

is practically part of the island lifestyle. But now some-

While Hawai‘i’s history with beer dates back to before

(From left) A brewery vat pressure gauge; Lanikai Brewing Company’s stainless steel fermenters; a brewmaster stirs the mash during the fermentation process.

newspaper, for the “Honolulu Brewery—Genuine Beer.”

in bottles or in kegs. This beer is made of barley and hops only,—contains no alcohol…” On October 28, 1854, the ad was retitled to “Honolulu

farm-to-table bars and gastropubs looking for locally-

Brewery Malt Beer,” and the mention of its non-alcoholic

grown products, and a market of consumers looking for

contents vanished. The brewery was listed again at the

beers native to Hawai‘i. Although many of these craft

end of the year, this time for sale.

until the arrival of Prohibition, lasting from 1920 to 1933, but brewing resumed in 1934, this time under new ownership by the Hawai‘i Brewing Corporation. It became the state’s best-selling beer through the 1950s and 60s, before moving production to Los Angeles with new owner Stroh Brewing in the late 1970s, and discontinuing production completely in the late 90s. By then though, there was a new Hawai‘i beer on the market: Kona Brewing Company. First started in 1994 by father and son duo Cameron Healy and Spoon Khalsa, their first pub opened in Kailua-Kona on the Big Island in 1998. By the late 2000s, Kona Brewing was ranked #14 in sales of all craft breweries in the United States (around 1,450 in 2009), and they produced 220,000 barrels of These would be the first mentions of beer in Hawai‘i, but other breweries would soon follow. From January 1888 to

in 2005, infusing local flavors such as pineapple and

about 1893, the National Brewery Company in Kalihi produced

breadfruit to their beer offerings.

‘steam’ beer, named for the distinct cloud of steam around the

(From Left) Waikīkī Brewing Company produces an array of craft beers, including the 808 Indian Pale Ale and a dark rich English Brown Ale, which has a nutty and roasted malt flavor profile.

beer in 2012. Maui Brewing Company followed soonafter

Coming out of the recession, the early 2010s saw a

roof of the brewery led out by the wort as it cooled in open-

wave of new bars, brewpubs, and gastropubs open in

top bins, chilled by the air coming in from the Pacific Ocean

Hawai‘i. These venues carried and emphasized craft beers,

in a time before traditional refrigeration. In 1989, Primo was

high-caliber bar food, and a generally more elegant version of

founded by The Honolulu Brewing and Malting Company,

Hawai‘i’s traditional bar experience. Just as the farm-to-table

with Hawai‘i’s high quality water as a key ingredient for

movement had seized Hawai‘i’s dining scene, so too was

brewmaster Emil Joseph Waterman. Production continued

becoming the approach to beer.

Many of these breweries have full bar and food selections at their locations. Even large chains like Whole Foods is tapping into the market, with craft beer bars now at both their Kailua and Kahala stores in Honolulu. It’s a great time to be a beer drinker in Hawai‘i, but what’s In just a single month, three new craft beer bars would

inspired all the recent growth in the industry? Half a decade

open in Honolulu in 2012--the massive Aloha Beer, originally

ago, Waikiki’s Yard House was the best, if not only, option for

Big Aloha Brewery and the previous in-house brewhouse for

a specialty craft beer. Today, they’re everywhere.

Sam Choy’s Breakfast, Lunch, and Crab in Nimitz; intimate

With the rise of technology and accessibility in the 21st

Real a Gastropub in the Ward Farmer’s Market, owned by

century, it’s easier now than ever to see what people are

former Whole Foods Kahala beer specialist Troy Terorotua;

enjoying, to follow trends, and to discover the next new

and Pint and Jigger, with former Nobu bar manager Dave

hot thing in the food and drink industry, anywhere in the

Newman at the reins. The influx of these new bars and pubs

world. As Hawai‘i learned of the different options available,

demanding more craft beers helped encourage local alcohol

perhaps we simply wanted more. More organic, more farm-

distributors, such as Paradise Beverages, to offer beers

to-table goods, and more diversity. After all, what are these

previously untapped in bars on the island.

islands if not a melting pot of cultures and traditions?

And with more local bars offering a wider variety of

As a state, Hawai‘i ranked 37th for craft breweries per capita ccording to statistics kept by the Brewers Association.

So whether we’re finding out about a new craft

Pairing well with most appetizers, a Hefeweizen is a German style of wheat (weizen) beer, which is usually topfermented and brewed with a generous proportion—if not 50 percent—of wheat.

craft beers has come the demand for more craft beer from

brewpub from the Internet, or hearing about the opening

Hawai‘i. Many craft brewers have begun popping up around

of Kona Brewing Company on television, or reading a

Honolulu at a rate never before seen, practically one per

one column advertisement in a century-old newspaper,

neighborhood--Waikiki Brewing Company, Palolo Valley

it seems that Hawai‘i’s beer scene has always yearned

Brewing Company, Honolulu Beerworks in Kaka‘ako, Lanikai

to grow. And as long as good bartenders, brewers, and

Brewing in Kailua, Big Island Brewhaus, and the list goes on.

business owners are willing to push the envelope, we will.

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Top 5 O‘ahu A quick glance at some of O‘ahu’s more popular sights, activities and attractions.

2. MAKAPU‘U LIGHTHOUSE 1

For a relatively easy hike that boasts spectacular views, be sure to trek the Makapu‘u Lighthouse Trail. This twomile (round-trip) hike is kid-friendly and paved, except at the very top. Following the trail to the whale lookout, you can read about our winter visitors, and may be able to spot them in season (OctoberApril). Nearing the summit, stop at the overlook for views of Goat Island, Rabbit Island and Windward O‘ahu. On the clearest of days, you can see Moloka‘i and Maui.

3. VALLEY OF THE TEMPLES

Tucked away in the foothills of the Ko‘olau Mountains is a memorial park and shrine to peace, harmony and tranquility. The Byodo-In Temple was built in 1960 to commemorate the centennial of the arrival of Japanese immigrants in Hawai‘i and is a replica of a 1,000-yearold Buddhist temple in Japan, featuring

4. PEARL HARBOR The USS Arizona Memorial’s graceful structure spans the mid-section of this sunken ship, which remains the final resting place for many of her 1,177 crew who perished December 7, 1941. The Visitor Center is an all new collection of museums, interpretive centers and shops. As soon as you arrive, get the free boarding tickets for the memorial. Shuttles also leave the Visitor Center for the USS Missouri and the Pacific Aviation Museum. 808.422.3300, nps.gov/valr.

5. PALI LOOKOUT Perched 1,000 feet over the dramatic peaks of the Ko‘olau Mountain Range, the overlook from these pali (cliffs) reveals sweeping views of O‘ahu’s windward side. Beneath the beauty is a haunting twist: This is the site of a gruesome battle between King Kamehameha I and a rival chief, whose fight helped determine the fate of Hawai‘i. When thousands of warriors were pushed off the escarpment into the valley below, Kamehameha’s fate was sealed as the one who would unite the Islands. The view, the history and the strong gusts of wind, a signature of the Nu‘uanu Pali, let you know without doubt that this is a place of power. Off of Pali Hwy. (Hwy. 61).

Snorkelers of all levels of experience can explore this marine life conservation area. Stunning from the lookout and staggering once in the water, the turtles, sea urchins, eels and a living coral forest are pure underwater spectacles. Visitors can rent equipment and lockers at the beach and are required to watch an educational video before entering the park. Open daily except Tuesdays. Parking: $1 per car. General $7.50, children 12 and under and Hawai‘i residents free with proof of residency. 7455 Kalanianaole Hwy., 808.396.4229, honolulu.gov/parks.

a wooden statue of Buddha sitting on a gold-leaf lotus blossom and large ponds filled with colorful koi fish. Ring the three-ton brass Peace Bell before entering the temple and strolling through the lush Japanese gardens. 47-200 Kahekili Highway, 808.239.8811.

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